1 c. shortening
1 c. brown sugar
1 c. white sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. baking powder
2 c. quick oats
2 c. Rice Krispies
1 c. shredded coconut

Mix together first 5 ingredients, then beat by hand or electric mixer until smooth. Mix flour, soda, and baking powder and add to first mixture. Stir in last 3 ingredients. Form dough into 3/4 or 1 inch balls, then flatten with a fork. Bake 8 or 9 minutes in 350 degree oven. Cookies should be only lightly browned.

Recipe handed down from Donna Fenselon.